Ingredients:

• 1 cup rice (long-grain or basmati)
• 2 cups water or broth
• 2 tbsp butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)

Instructions:

1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. In a pan, melt the butter and sauté the garlic until fragrant.
3. Add the rice and stir for 1-2 minutes.
4. Pour in water or broth, season with salt and pepper, and bring to a boil.
5. Cover, reduce heat to low, and let simmer for 15 minutes.
6. Turn off the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
7. Garnish with parsley and serve.